Our dairy is special because it comes from a special place. Home to soaring mountains, lush valleys, and majestic evergreens—people love it here. And dairy farmers are no exception. Real people with a passion for wholesome milk, cheese, and butter.

This is Washington Dairy

Washington’s iconic landscape is perfect for dairy farming. That’s why our dairy farmers are proud to call this place home.

The happierthe cow, thebetter the milk.

Fun fact: happy cows produce better tasting milk, and more of it. Fun fact two: Washington’s cows are really, really happy, thanks to dairy farmers who go above and beyond to make sure their farms and facilities are as well taken care of as their cows.

Southeast

Renew. Reuse. Recycle. Moo.

The Yakima Valley region produces more than 75% of the United States hop production. Dairy Cows, the original recyclers, eat the grain leftover from the brewing process as a nutritious source of carbohydrate and protein.

Cows gotta keep their cool.

The happier the cow, the better the milk.

Fun fact: happy cows produce better tasting milk, and more of it. Fun fact two: Washington’s cows are really, really happy, thanks to dairy farmers who go above and beyond to make sure their farms and facilities are as well taken care of as their cows.

Southeast

Renew. Reuse. Recycle. Moo.

The Yakima Valley region produces more than 75% of the United States hop production. Dairy Cows, the original recyclers, eat the grain leftover from the brewing process as a nutritious source of carbohydrate and protein.

Refuel your muscles with

Chocolate Milk

Nope, that’s not a typo. Chocolate milk’s natural blend of nutrients (especially, protein and glucose for you science-types) makes it a great choice for refueling muscles after exercise. Get your hands on the original workout drink. It’s just as effective as some of the others and, between us, a heck of a lot tastier.

Protein

If you want to gain more muscle and get more from your workouts, it’s vital that you get enough protein to refuel tired muscles. Strength training breaks down your muscle fibers, and proper nutrition, like taking in enough protein, is the key to unlocking your body’s growth potential. Learn about how much protein you need to eat, how to grab healthy meals on the go, and why eating enough protein can take your workouts to the next level at eatsmart.org.

Energy

Think of your body like a race car. And like any race car, it needs fuel to run optimally. Carbohydrates are your body’s fuel, and chocolate milk is loaded with carbohydrate energy, coming from chocolate’s sugar and milk’s natural lactose. Its ratio of protein to carbohydrate energy is ideal for restoring energy after a workout. Plus, it keeps working until your next workout. Research shows that milk aids in endurance exercise performance in between workouts.

Hydration

The average person sweats more than a liter of water and electrolytes during 60 minutes of exercise. Rehydrate after your workout by reaching for a water bottle and some chocolate milk. Drinking milk has been shown to be an excellent way to replace fluid lost during exercise. Plus, milk’s natural electrolytes help keep the body’s fluid levels balanced. And it tastes 100 percent better than any other workout recovery drink out there.

The FoodsWe Make

Goodness comes naturally to us.

Real Washington dairy starts simply enough, with milk produced from more than 400 community farms. But add in some time, craft, and creativity and you have a culinary wonder food that’s as versatile and naturally nutritious as it is delicious. See all the food we help create as well as inspire.

Resources at Your Fingertips

On Our Farms

See where the magic happens.

No two Washington dairy farms are the same, because each farmer brings his or her unique skills and passion to the work. They do have a few things in common, though: a commitment to cows, the environment, the community, and, of course, to producing amazing milk.